Logistics Coordinator - Land, Air And Sea

Logistics Coordinator - International Freight & UK Transport

📍 Office-Based | Monday-Friday | Full-Time

💼 Permanent Opportunity

Supersede Recruitment are proud to be supporting our client in the appointment of a Logistics Coordinator to join their growing operations team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced logistics professional with strong international freight knowledge — particularly sea freight imports from China — to take ownership of end-to-end shipment coordination across road, air and sea.

🚢 The Role

As Logistics Coordinator, you will manage day-to-day operational freight activity, ensuring smooth booking, tracking, customs clearance and final delivery. A key focus will be managing sea freight imports alongside UK domestic transport operations.

You will also play an important role in supporting approximately 8-10 exhibitions annually, coordinating pre- and post-event product movements.

• Arrange FCL/LCL and airfreight bookings with forwarders and suppliers
• Prepare and verify shipping documentation (Bills of Lading, AWB, invoices, packing lists, Certificates of Origin)
• Track ETDs/ETAs and update internal schedules
• Liaise with customs brokers and prepare clearance documentation
• Coordinate UK port collections and warehouse delivery slots
• Monitor demurrage/detention exposure and proactively manage risk
• Apply and interpret Incoterms 2020 (FOB, EXW, CIF, DAP, DDP) correctly across shipments

• Book pallet networks, full loads and courier services
• Issue delivery notes, labels and booking references
• Liaise with hauliers to confirm timings
• Manage delivery exceptions and POD collection

• Maintain ERP and planning systems (e.g. Microsoft Dynamics, Planner, Teams)
• Update shipment trackers and freight cost logs Support customs documentation and LC requirements
• Assist finance with Letter of Credit documentation
• Provide shipment updates to internal stakeholders

• Proven experience in logistics, freight forwarding or import/export administration
• Strong practical understanding of Incoterms 2020 and international shipping processes
• Knowledge of sea freight and airfreight operations (China import experience highly desirable)
• Understanding of customs documentation and clearance procedures
• Experience working with Letters of Credit
• Strong Excel and IT skills
• Excellent organisation and communication skills

• Knowledge of HS codes, duties and landed cost calculations
• Experience in UK road freight or transport planning

You will be methodical, detail-focused and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple shipments in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills and a team-focused approach are essential.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic organisation where logistics is critical to operational